Senegal Solar Panel Product Introduction

How many people in Senegal will get solar power?

Nearly 540,000 people in Senegal will get access to clean and affordable power following the launch of two solar photovoltaic (PV) plants, financed by IFC, the European Investment Bank and Proparco, under the World Bank Group’s Scaling Solar program.

Does Senegal need a solar power plant?

Senegal´s power sector has been historically reliant on costly fuel imports, with about 80 percent of its energy mix being oil-based. “The Kael and Kahone solar power plants exemplify our commitment to supporting Senegal's transition to cleaner, more affordable energy, while creating business opportunities for local communities.

Is ten Merina a solar power project in Senegal?

This is Meridiam’s second solar power project in Senegal, delivering an additional reliable supply of low-cost and low-carbon electricity. Overall, Ten Merina is a significant contributor to Senegal’s installed solar PV capacity and is providing clean and affordable power to more than 200,000 Senegalese people.

How many solar photovoltaic plants will be built in Senegal?

Two new solar photovoltaic plants will be built: the 25 megawatt peak (MWp) Kael solar park in the Touba region in western Senegal and the 35 MWp Kahone solar park in the Kaolack region in central western Senegal.

How much does electricity cost in Senegal?

As per SENELEC’s (national electricity company of Senegal) current rate, the price of electricity for households in Senegal is 0.2223 USD/kWh. The electricity price for businesses is 0.3136 USD/kWh. 4 As per survey reports, nearly 55% of the population is connected to an electricity supply that worked most or all of the time.

Does Senegal have access to electricity?

The competitive tendering was led by Senegal’s Energy Regulatory Commission (CRSE). Although the proportion of Senegalese people with access to electricity has increased sharply over the past 30 years, nearly a quarter of the population still lacks access.